by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 8, 2024 | ICD.10, MDS, Medicare, PDPM, SNF
CMS issued corrections to the FY 2024 SNF PPS Final Rule PDPM ICD-10 Mapping. The document, which was issued and effective April 10, 2024, makes corrections to technical errors that are applicable beginning 10/1/2023. This correction document can be accessed at the... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 24, 2024 | Coding, ICD.10, MDS
*Content in this post was corrected on 4/24/2024 at 11:11 Central Time. The HPRD of direct nurse aide care was changed from .45 to 2.45* On Monday, April 22, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled a comprehensive 329-page final rule... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 24, 2024 | Coding, ICD.10, MDS
While MDS Coordinators consistently strive for accuracy, complying with the intricate coding instructions and details in the Resident Assessment Instrument User Manual, in addition to state-specific coding instructions is challenging. Unfortunately, MDS coding errors... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 9, 2024 | Coding, MDS, Q&A
Q: Is concussion related to fall considered a fall with major injury that would be coded In section JJ1900C of the MDS? A: The RAI Manual defines a fall with major injury as follows: Major injury: includes bone fractures, joint dislocations, closed head... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 19, 2024 | Coding, MDS, Q&A
Q: When coding IV fluids “while not a resident” in section K of the MDS for a resident who does not have a dehydration diagnosis what documentation would support that the IVFs were administered for nutrition/hydration? A: The key to supporting the coding... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 5, 2024 | MDS, Nursing, Quality, Staffing
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the retention of skilled and dedicated MDS (Minimum Data Set) staff is critical. MDS coordinators play a pivotal role in assessing patients’ needs, maintaining compliance with regulations, and facilitating smooth...